1976/03/22 City Council MinutesROHNERT PARK CITY COUNCIL MINUTES
March 22, 1976
The Council of'the City of Rohnert'Park met this date in
regular session commencing at 7:00 p.mo.in the City
Off ices ;` 6750 Commerce 'Boulevard, "Rohnert Park, with Mayor
Flores presiding.
Call to Order
Mayor:Flores called the meeting of the regular session to
order at approximately 7:00 p.m. and led the pledge of
allegi anc. e . ,.
Roll Ca" i =w
Present (4) Councilmen `Leary, Eck, Hopkins and Flores
sent (1) ' Couin6iliiian Roberts`
Mayor Flores stated that Councilman Roberts had permission to
iii. iut of the country 'at this time.
Staff present for all or part of the meeting:
1ana" CaIllinan, City'Attorn'y, F'litner, City Engineer
3rust;'Director of Public SafetyDennett, Fire Safety
Services Commander Bick, and Parks and Recreation Director
p*kaxn:;
APProval of Minutes
{por motion of Councilman 'Hopkins, seconded by Councilman
`Eeary, and unanimously approved the minutes of March 8th
.�
Alid, March' 9th `were a p proved`as submitted.
jApproval, of Bills
Upon motion of Ccurici.linan Hopkins, seconded by Councilman
Beary, -and unanimously approved, the Vills presented per
the attached list in the amount of $147,623.74 were
approved. This included $255.03 for the Civic Commission.
Communications
Co' r n cat johd Per the attached °outline were brought to
the attention --of the Council.``,NO action was taken on any
communications except as noted specifically in these minutes.
Northerly Entrance
Counelman'Eck initiated a discussion concerning City
Road to, Sonoma
Manager "Callifl4r_ Is, letter to Senator Peter Behr concerning
State College
the. °completion of the northerly eitra ce road to Sonoma State
College. Cauneilmari Eck was disturbed "as to some of the
statements contained therein,;pAr`Cicularly with reference
to ''misguided professors, especialiy'those in environmental
studies' z9 stated he felt those people on the campus had
equally valid reasons for their position as the City had.
Mr: Callinari respondedthat he was becoming increasingly
frustrated with "the long .drawn out attempts to complete
this projeet''ndicated that some people on the campus
appeared to be unconcerned with the problems of the City.
Mayor Flores indicated the Council in general approved the
forwarding; of the letter in' question and asked that the
campus and City try and, work out better communication
interaction.
Wage 2 March 22, 1976
fALJ Councilman Eck initiated a discussion concerning a letter
Dollars from Don Head, County of Sonoma Public Works Department
concerning "washing" FAU dollars; asking for clarification.
Mr. Callinan responded that there was a considerable
amount of red tape involved in the acquisition of FAU
monies and often some 50% of the grant is lost in this
manner.; hence, the expression.simply implies a proposal
whereby the County would receive All FAU monies and
allocate Rohnert Park its portion from appropriately
available funding that would'be free:of the FAU red tape.
Sonoma College Councilman Eck requested that :the letter from Don Laidlaw
Investors' Property and Associates pertaining to Sonoma College Investors'
property be placed on the agenda.at >theet?nel
meeting in order that the Council may consider and state
their position on same.., The Council -was agreeable and the
subject was scheduled for the April 5, 1976 agenda.
Santa Rosa Recycling Mayor Flores initiated a discussion.;cocerning the letter
Center from Santa Rosa Recycling Center; felt:the Council had
made its decision with an allocation o : .funds to this
organizat, ion at. the ; last meeting;.dd knot see the merit
of another presentation. Discussion followed. It was the
general feeling of.the Council that,s(ime new data had been
set forth in the letter dated M4rch:1€3th and it would be
willing to schedule another;presentat ,on of this organization
to assess the new information in said Aetter.
Non Agenda,. items Councilman.Beary indicated he wool& disc uss the report
entitled Copeland Creek Village' A''Model Neighborhood u r
44Matters from Councilmen "; City Manager Callinan requested,
that a Weed Abatement_Resolution be added to the agenda.
The Council agreed to consider these. subjects on this agenda.
i3nscheduled "Public Mr. Bill Willingham, 7422 Belita Ave., was recognized and
appearance, stated „he was appearing for Mrsd'Alice;Wells of the
Bicentennial Committee, who was ill,
Mr...Willingham.stated that on the 4th of July the Committee
will_.plant a time capsule of 16 gauge stainless steel in
"A” park, The. capsule will conta n.;a plaque and will be
covered by a .boulder, which will:'prevent� the capsule from
being disturbed. Mr.. Willinghami stated that the funding
for this project., some $335.00 -, will be raised by the
Committee.but requested a-,temporary;- advance in this amoun-
in order to secure the capsule, boulder., etc.
Upon motion of Councilman Hopkins, seconded by Councilman
Beary, the Council.approved an advancement of $335 to
the Bicentennial Committee for.,the planting of a capsule
in "A" -ark pr o:j ect e
Discussion followed concerning previous Council expressions
during the 1975-7.6 Budget hearings that the Bicentennial
activities should be financed from funds allocated to
Cultural Arts.
Presentation of
Plaque to Harry
Forni
Plaque of
Appreciation for
Donkey Basketball
Game
Rohnert Park
Youth Commission
Ordinance 311
ordinance 310
Page March 22, 1976
Councilman Hopkins amended his motion to.�state that the
funds be requested from the Rohnert Park Cultural Arts
Corporation budget. Councilman Beary seconded and the
amended motion was approved unanimously.
Mr. Dillingham thanked the CouncA.l for its consideration.
Director of Public Safety Dennett and Fire Services
Commander Bick presented to Mr. Harry Forni a Plaque of
Appreciation for Mr. Fornips services in the Volunteer Fire
Auxiliary.
Mr. Forni thanked the Council and Messrs. Dennett and Bick
for the plaque.
Miss Gale Bailey, 7491 Adrian Drive, presented a Plaque
of Appreciation to the Council and staff for participation
in the 'Donkey Basketball Game as a fund raising event for
the Rancho Cotate Music Committee.
The Council thanked Miss Bailey for the plaque.
Mr. Roland Hughes, Rohnert Park Youth Commission made a
presentation concerning parking in the City for the disabled
and handicapped. Mayor Flores stated that in the nevi
subdivisions provisions are being made for this type of
parking. City Manager Callinan advised that staff would be
discLissI n `parking spaces for handicapped persons with
owners of existing subdivisions and the City Offices parking
lot will shortly have some of these parking spaces available.
AN ORDINANCE,OF THE CITY OF ROHNERT PARK AMENDING ORDINANCE
NO. 214 ALSO KNOWN AS CHAPTER 2.36 OF THE ROHNERT PARK
TIUNICIPAL CODE (Youth Advisory Commission)
City Manager Callinan reviewed the ordinance and his memo
to the Council dated March 18th concerning same.
Discussion followed. It was felt the ordinance should
include the selection of the meeting date to be determined
by the Commission rather than by the Council.
Upon motion of Councilman Hopkins, seconded by Councilman
Eck, and unanimously approved', the reading of Ordinance 311
was waived and said ordinance was adopted as amended.
City Manager Callinan advised that due to a clerical error
Ordinanc;; 310 had inadvertently been numbered Ordi nance 400.
Upon motion of Councilman Beary, seconded by Councilman.
Hopkins, and unanimously approved Ordinance 400 was re-
numbered Ordinance 310.
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March 22, 1976
Resolution 76 -54 A RESOLUTION APPROVING AGREEMENT WITH STATE OF CALIFORNIA
(Benecia Park Swimming Pool)
City Manager Callinan reviewed the resolution and his memc,
to the Council dated March 18th.
Upon motion of Councilman Hopkins, seconded by Councilman
Bea.ry, and unanimously approved, the reading of Resolution
76 -54 was waived and said resolution was adopted.
Resolution 76 -55 RESOLUTION ACCEPTING GRANT DEED (from Copeland
Apartments Associates, bike path and pubic acessek
easements)
City Manager Callinan reviewed the resolution and his memo
to the Council dated March 18th.
Upon motion of Councilman Hopkins, seconded by Councilman
Eck, and unanimously approved, the reading of Resolution
76 -55 was waived and said resolution was adopted.
Resolution 76 -56 RESOLUTION ACCEPTING GRANT DEED (From Rohnerts f
Well Site) or Future
City Manager Callinan reviewed the resolution and his memo
to the Council dated March 18th.
1. Upon motion of Councilman Eck, seconded by Councilman Beary,
and unanimously approved, the reading of Resolution 76 -5F
was waived and said resolution was adopted.
Resolution 76 -57 A RESOLUTION ACCEPTING COMPLETION AND DIRECTING E
TO FILE NOTICE OF C DT NGINEER
OM,.LETION, ROHN.ERT PARK INTERCEPTOR
SEWER, PROJECT 1973 -2 (Contract No. 1)
City Manager Callinan reviewed the resolution and directed
the Council's attention to commments made in his memo
dated March 18th.
Councilman Eck queried Mr.. Callinan as to whether funds
would be held back in the event any problems might occur
on this project. City Engineer Brust advised the State
allows 5% of the funded project to be held back fox; a,
period of 35 days; started inspections and tests have been
conducted and the project appears to be in good working order.
Upon motion o:C Councilman Bear
kips, and unanimously approved, Y� seconded by Councilman Fiup._
76 -57 was waived andysaiid resolution rwasladoptedesoliation
P-0solution 76 -58 RESOLUTION DECLARING WEEDS GROW—To O
J vPviv N
OR IN FRONT OF
CERTAIN PROPERTIES WITHIN THE CITY OF ROHNERT PARK TO BE
A PUBLIC NUISANCE, DIRECTING THE CITY MANAGER TO POST
NOTICE THEREOF, AND DETERMINING HEARING DATES AS REQUIRED
BY SECTION 3 OF ORDINANCE NO. 27
City Manager Callinan stated this was the annual Weed
Abatement resolution and explained same.
CYO Contribution
"E" Section
Named Eagle Park
Page 5 March 22, 1976
Upon motion of Councilman Beary, seconded by Councilman
Hopkins9 "and unanimously approved, the reading of
Resolution 76--58 was waived and said resolution was adopted.
City Manager Callinan directed the councilmembers' }
attention to their respective copies of Parks and Recre :..on
Director Pekkain's memo dated March 16th to Mr. Callinan,
and recommendations from the Parks a. nd Recreation Commission
contained therein.
The Commission "recommended that $407.63 be allocated to the
CYO for uniforms. Discussion followed. Councilman Eck
queried staff as to the justification for purchasing
uniforms for CYO and not for other teams. Mr. Ron Fiori,
a member,.of the Commission, responded that CYO is the only
program under the Commission that is not self - supporting
and actually has no means of being self -- supporting.
Councilman Beary made "a motion, seconded by Councilman
Hopkins, to allocate the amount of $407.63 to the CYO for
uniforms.
Councilman Eck made a motion to amend.Councilman Beary's
motion that a letter be forwarded with,the contribution
requesting that CYO in the future attempt some fund
raising methods prior to soliciting funds from the City.
Councilman Hopkins seconded Councilman Eck's motion which
was approved by the following roll call vote:
AYES: (3) Councilmen Eck, Hopkins and Flores
NOES: (1) Councilman Beary
ABSENT: (1) Councilman Roberts
Councilman Beary's motion as amended was approved by the
following roll call vote:
AYES: (4) Councilmen Beary, Eck, Hopkins and Flores
NOES: (0) None
ABSENT: (1) Councilman Roberts
The Commission recommended naming -the "E" section park
"Eagle Park".
Upon motion of Councilman Hopkins., seconded by Councilman
Beary, and unanimously approved, "EI.' section park was
formally named "Eagle Park ".
The Council thanked the Youth Commission for their time
canvassing 31E"' section for sugges t-
;�:: naming Eaa_te .Park.
Tennis Courts City Manager Callinan referred. the Council to his memo
Rule Change dated March 18th concerning the recommendations made by
the Parks and Recreation Commission for changes in the
tennis courts rules, and his cormlents therein.
TDA Funds City Manager Callinan reviewed with the Council his memo
for 1976.77 dated March 18th, City Engineer Brust's memo dated
March 19th and pertinent communications from the County
concerning TDA funds for 1976 -77, copies of which had been
disseminated to the councilmembers.
City Engineer Brust stated the Council should consider;
(1) whether Golden Gate Transit Route 71 should be dis-
continued, and if so, (2) which alternate bus service
should replace the discontinued Route 71; stated the cost
of running Route 71 was becoming prohibitive and staff
would like to see it discontinued.
Discussion followed. Councilman Hopkins pointed out
alternate bus routes on a. displayed map.
Upon motion of Councilman Hopkins, seconded by Councilman
Beary, and unanimously approved, under TDA funds for
1.976 -77 the Council approved staff recommendations to
discontinue Golden Gate Transit Route 71 and tc, implement
Alternate B bus service as set forth in City Engineer Brustos
memo of March 19, 1976.
Resolution 76 -59 RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF ROHNERT PARK AUTHORi7 yG_
THE FILING OF A CLAIM TO THE METROPOLITAN TRANSPORTATIONyv
COMMISSION IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF THE
TRANSPORTATION DEVELOPMENT ACT OF 1971
City Manager Callinan explained the resolution.
Page 6 March 22, 1976
Discussion followed with the Council I quering Parks and
Recreation Director
Pekkain regarding youths using the
tennis courts late at night; suggested
one court for adu�_ts
and one for youths; Mr. Pekkain advised the Commission
felt
that would not be the solution to the problem.
Councilman Eck made a motion, seconded by Councilman
Hopkins,
and unanimously approved by the following roll
call vote, to
approve the Parks and Recreation Commission
recommendation concerning tennis
court rules deleting the
sentence: "In addition. persons 16 and over have
priority
after 6 p,m, Monday through Friday."
AYES. (4) Councilmen Beary, Eck, Hopkins and Flores
NOES: (0) None
ABSENT; (1) n •,
J Councilman Roberts
Public Hearing,
Development of
City Manager Callinan advised that the Parks and Recreation
Commission
Northern Park
Area
would hold a public hearing on April 9th to
solicit input from
residents concerning the development
of a park at the northwest end of Country Club Drive,
as
there appears to be some difference of opinion concerning
development of this site.
TDA Funds City Manager Callinan reviewed with the Council his memo
for 1976.77 dated March 18th, City Engineer Brust's memo dated
March 19th and pertinent communications from the County
concerning TDA funds for 1976 -77, copies of which had been
disseminated to the councilmembers.
City Engineer Brust stated the Council should consider;
(1) whether Golden Gate Transit Route 71 should be dis-
continued, and if so, (2) which alternate bus service
should replace the discontinued Route 71; stated the cost
of running Route 71 was becoming prohibitive and staff
would like to see it discontinued.
Discussion followed. Councilman Hopkins pointed out
alternate bus routes on a. displayed map.
Upon motion of Councilman Hopkins, seconded by Councilman
Beary, and unanimously approved, under TDA funds for
1.976 -77 the Council approved staff recommendations to
discontinue Golden Gate Transit Route 71 and tc, implement
Alternate B bus service as set forth in City Engineer Brustos
memo of March 19, 1976.
Resolution 76 -59 RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF ROHNERT PARK AUTHORi7 yG_
THE FILING OF A CLAIM TO THE METROPOLITAN TRANSPORTATIONyv
COMMISSION IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF THE
TRANSPORTATION DEVELOPMENT ACT OF 1971
City Manager Callinan explained the resolution.
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March 229 1976
Councilman Hopkins made a motion, which was seconded by
Councilman Beary, approving forwarding a letter to the
City of Santa Rosa, over the Mayor's signature, indicating
the Council's continued interest in securing the Spivock land
for open space. Discussion continued.
a ,
Councilman Beary withdrew his second too tb I•.o -
mntinn -
Councilma.n Eck seconded Councilman Hopkins' motion which
was approved by the following roll call vote:
AYES: (3) Councilman Eck, Hopkins and Flores
NOES: (1) Councilman Beary
ABSENT: (1) Councilman Roberts
Upon motion of Councilman Beary, seconded by Councilman
Hopkins, and unanimously approved, the reading of
Resolution 76 -59 was waived and said resolution was adopted.
Resolution 76 -60
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF ROHNERT PARK AUTHORIZING
TRANSPORTATION
THE FILING OF A CLAIM TO THE METROPOLITAN
COMMISSION IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF THE
TRANSPORTATION DEVELOPMENT ACT OF 1971
City Manager Callinan explained the resolution.
Upon motion of Councilman Hopkins, seconded by Councilman
Beary, and unanimously approved, the reading of Resolution
76 -60 was waived and said resolution was adopted.
Water Situation
City Manager Callinan gave a staff report on the current
Report
water situation, referring to City Engineer Brust's memo
had been to
dated March 18th, copies of which presented
councilmembers.
Mr. Brust discussed his report with the Council particularly
the water conservation program set forth therein; stated
that Well No. 12 had been drilled and evaluations were
currently being made on same.
Adrian Drive
City Engineer Brust gave a staff update on the Adrian Drive
Overlay Project
Overlay Project. Mr. Brust stated that road breakage at
as the project
the bus stops had started occurring as soon
had been completed; stated that the underlay was structurally
not strong enough to withstand the stopping and starting
of large buses; felt that only concrete pads could eliminate
the problem; stated the contractor cannot be held liable.
Spivock Land
City Manager Callinan gave a staff update on the acquisition
had
of the Spivock land for open space; stated that he
talked with Supervisor Kortum this date; Mr. Kortum was
still attempting to get the City of Santa Rosa to put up
its share of the money; suggested to that City that an
escrow account be opened representing the recipient of all
monies. Mr. Callinan solicited Council advice as to
whether the City should place its $100,000 in such an
escrow account. Discussion followed.
Councilman Hopkins made a motion, which was seconded by
Councilman Beary, approving forwarding a letter to the
City of Santa Rosa, over the Mayor's signature, indicating
the Council's continued interest in securing the Spivock land
for open space. Discussion continued.
a ,
Councilman Beary withdrew his second too tb I•.o -
mntinn -
Councilma.n Eck seconded Councilman Hopkins' motion which
was approved by the following roll call vote:
AYES: (3) Councilman Eck, Hopkins and Flores
NOES: (1) Councilman Beary
ABSENT: (1) Councilman Roberts
Page 8 March 22, 1976
League of California City Manager Callinan advised that the League of California
Cities New Mayors Cities New Mayors and Councilman's Institute would be
and Councilmen held April 21 -23. There was no indication at this time
Institute if any councilmember would be able to attend.
Mr. Pollard was recognized.and stated the assessment district.
in his opinion, was disproportionate and unfair in cost
distribution, felt that all property owners should share
in the cost of the arterial street going through the Pollard
property which will ultimately benefit some 288 acres
owned by other parties; felt that all who would ultimately
use the road should share in cost of same.
Mayor Flores initiated a discussion stating that he had
been appointed to the Employee Relations Committee of the
League of California Cities which would be meeting
Wednesday, April 15th. Mayor Flores stated he would be in
San Diego, close to the League meeting place, at that time
and requested Council approval for expenses for a two day
extension to attend said meeting.
Upon motion of Councilman Beary, seconded by Councilman Eck,
and unanimously approved, approval was given for granting
two days expenses to Mayor Flores to attend a meeting of
the League of California Cities Employee Relations
Committee on April 15, 1976.
Master Geographic
City Manager Callinan initiated a discussion concerning the
Letter
Master Geographic Letter filed with the State Division
of Real Estate, referring to comments made in his memo
dated March 18th concerning same.
Upon motion of Councilman Hopkins, seconded by Councilman
Eck, and unanimously approved, the Council authorized the
Mayor to execute the renewal of the City's Master
Geographic Letter with the State Division of Real Estate.
Project 1976 -1
.. City Manager Callinan gave a staff update on Project 1976 -1
Camino Colegio
discussing comments made in his memo dated March 18th to
South Improvement
the Council. Mr. Callinan stated that two property owners
Project
in the proposed assessment district were present and
introduced Mr. Ray Pollard and Mr. Jon Joslyn; further
stated that he felt it would be poor City policy to get
involved in a dispute between property owners.
Councilman Eck queried City Attorney Flitner as to whether
the Council could discuss assessment district proceedings
without benefit of a final map presentation. Mr. Flitner
responded that it would be appropriate to discuss roadway
alignment; assessment district proceedings should be
approached from a policy making viewpoint only.
Mr. Joslyn spoke briefly outlining on displayed maps the
property owned by Mr. Pollard and the property owned by
Qantas Development Corporation,° explained the right-of wCy
acquired by the City, conformity with the General Plan,
residential streets, alignment with the Pollard property,,
prior planning being inadequate for current traffic -
requirements.
Mr. Pollard was recognized.and stated the assessment district.
in his opinion, was disproportionate and unfair in cost
distribution, felt that all property owners should share
in the cost of the arterial street going through the Pollard
property which will ultimately benefit some 288 acres
owned by other parties; felt that all who would ultimately
use the road should share in cost of same.
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March 22, 1976
Mr, Joslyn gave a short rebuttal stating there cws.s no real
workable solution to cost sharing in assessment district
proceedings
Mayor Flores suggested that Mr. Pollard and Mr. Joslyn get
together and attempt to reach a decision on this assessment
district. Mr. Callinan reminded the Council that it was
within its jurisdiction to change the Engineer's Report
insofar as assessments are set forth if they so desire.
Recess At this point in the meeting Mayor Flores declared a
recess, the time being approximately 9 :15 p.m.
Reconvene Mayor Flores reconvened the meeting at approximately 9:25
p.m., with all councilmen present with the exception of
Councilman Roberts.
1975 -76 Audit City Manager Callinan discussed the proposals received
from Pisenti and Brinker and from Linkenheimer, Hebrew
.and Company for the 1975 -76 audit
Upon motion of Councilman Beary, seconded by Councilman
Hopkins, and unanimously approved the Co
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the City joining the National League of Cities.
Upon motion of Councilman Beary, seconded by Councilman
Hopkins, and unanimously approved, the Council approved the
proposal from Pisenti, and Brinker for the 1975 -76 City
.Audit.
Public Safety
City Manager Callinan directed the Council's attention to
Department
his memo of March 18th and comments contained therein
Request for
concerning the purchase of certain equipment for the
Equipment
Public Safety Department.
Upon motion.of:Councilman Hopkins, seconded by Councilman
Beary, and unanimously approved, the Council approved
the expenditures of approximately $518 for Public Safety
Department equipment as outlined in Director of Public
Safety Dennett's memo to Mr. Callinan dated March 5, 1976°
Sale of Addressing
City Manager Callinan referred the Council to his memo
Machine
dated March 18th and comments contained therein concerning
the sale of the City's automatic addressing machine.
Upon motion of Councilman Beary, seconded by Councilman Eck,
and unanimously approved, the Council approved the sale of
a Speed -O -Print automatic addressing machine and related
equipment to Mr. and Mrs. Adams of Ace Hardware for $100°
National League of
City Manager Callinan discussed his comments contained in
Cities
his memo of March 18th concerning membership in the
National League of Cities.
Upon motion of Councilman Beary, seconded by Councilman
Hopkins, and unanimously approved the Co
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the City joining the National League of Cities.
Meeting with
Congressman.Don .
Clausen
Backstop at
"A" Park
Water Quality
Control Board
Meeting
Page 10 March 22, 1976
City Manager Callinan advised that a meeting with
Congressman Clausen had been set for April 21 at 3 :00 p.m.
requested suggestions for matters to be discussed at said
meeting. The Council requested the following topics be
discussed: OSHA, Simplified Form of Tax Returns, Federal
Aid to Education and Minimum Wage.
Councilman Flores initiated a discussion indicating that
if Councilman Hopkins was still designated as the Mayor
on the County's Mayors Selection Committee, he would
attend ,a meeting of that body on April 21. However, if
Mayor. Flores is now the designee, he would prepare a
letter requesting that Councilman Hopkins attend in his
stead. .
City Manager Callinan "initiated a discussion concerning a
proposed backstop at Alicia Park and funding for same
as.outlined in his memo to the Council dated March 18th.
Upon motion of Councilman Beary, seconded by Councilman
Hopkins, and unanimously approved, the installation of a
backstop for "A" Park was approved in the amount of
approximately $3,800, with funding to be provided from
the Park Improvement Budget for Capital Outlay fund.
City Manager Callinan advised that the Regional Water
Quality Control Board would consider the City-Is request,
for additional wastewater treatment capacity at a meeting...:
to be held March 25th in Ukiah. Councilman Beary indicated
he would attend said meeting. Mayor Flores commended
Councilman Beary for his time and effort in attending so
many meetings that other councilmen were unable to attend.
Roberts and City Attorney Flitner advised that a decision had been
Aguirre Lawsuit reached in the Roberts and Aguirre lawsuit in favor of
Re Sewer Connection the City of Rohnert Park `iri the amount of $9,000 and
Fees $3, 000, stated that the judgment is subject to appeals
Councilman Beary asked if the attorney fees could be
recovered by the City; Mrs Flitner stated he would
research and return to the Council with an answer.
Cities - School Councilman Eck initiated a discussion stating that the
Coordinating Cities- School Coordinating Committee will be requesting
Committee the Council to take a stand on the unification issue as
well as the bond measure. A copy of the Committee's fact
sheet will be presented to councilmemberso
Outfield at Councilman Eck initiated a discussion concerning the poor
"B" Park condition of the outfield at "B" Park; stated the red sand
in the infield was difficult to play on; the clay in the
outfield is bad, grading is poor. Mr. Callinan stated
he will ask the Public Works Department to look into
this matter.
City Historian Councilman Hopkins initiated a discussion concerning
appointing a City Historian, stated the Cultural Arts
Corporation is writing a history of Rohnert Park; feels
the Bicentennial year should be the time to formally
appoint a City Historian.
Page 11 March 22, 1976
Copeland Creek
Village
Councilman Weary in- -
iti ated a discussion concerning his
appearance before the Sonoma County Board of Supervisors and
a resolution concerning a grant for planning Copeland
Creek Village, a Proposed development of some 68 acres
to house some 3000 people; said development proposed to
be located north of Copeland Creek on -both sides of Snyder
Lane within the city limits of Rohnert Park. Councilman
Beary reported that he got the Board of Supervisors to
delete any reference'to Rohnert Park in the grant
application resolution since the Project was unbeknownst
to the City.
Town Meeting in
"L" Section
Councilman BearY suggest ed that the next Council meeting
be held in IILII Section. Discussion followed with the
feeling of the Council being that a Town Meeting or work
session would be more appropriate than a regular Council
meeting. The Council agreed to hold a Town Meeting and
Work Session in "L' section on April 19!) 1976.
Hartley Rest Home
Mayor Flores initiated a discussion stating that Mrs.
Hartley of Burton Avenue had approached him concerning her
permit for a Rest Home requesting that she be allowed to
have three additional residents in her home. City Manager
Callinan stated he would look into this matter for Mrs.
Hartley.
Petaluma Football
Field
City Manager Callinan stated that Petaluma High School
representative Mr. Castleberry had estimated the cost of
crowning the Rancho Cotate High School football field
at some $25,000. Mr.,Callinan stated that City Engineer
Brust
will talk with the contractor of the interceptor
sewer project about some fill and will look into other
methods Of improving the football field.
Adjournment
There being no further business, Mayor Flores adjourned
the meeting at approximately 10:00 p.m. to April 5, 1976
at 7:00 p.m.
Deputy City Clerk
APPROVED,
Mayor